4-H Extension Assistant (Rushville, NE)

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Rushville (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for full-time staff

Retirement plans with university match

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Rushville, NE seeks a 4-H Extension Assistant to deliver and manage educational programming for youth through 4-H, focusing on positive youth development in the assigned area.

You will engage diverse learners, keep accurate records and reports, and travel within the service area. A valid driver’s license is required, and the role includes comprehensive university benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required by start date.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, keep accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Driver’s license and ability to meet University driving criteria is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, teach and manage educational programming in 4-H for positive youth development.
• Engage youth through diverse learning strategies at appropriate places and times.
• Travel within the service area as required.

Skills

Teaching

Record keeping

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Bachelor’s degree in related field (youth development / education / agriculture / human sciences)

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Position Information

Working Title

Department

Department NE Ext Engagement Zone 1-12350

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_240459

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/24/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 06/28/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

4-H is America's largest youth development organization - welcoming young people of all beliefs and backgrounds and giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better. 4-H provides experiences where young people learn by doing.

As the 4-H Extension Assistant, you will:

• Transform lives by delivering, teaching and managing effective educational programming in 4-H by providing positive youth development to include current and emerging youth issues in assigned area.
• Engage youth through diverse learning strategies at appropriate places and times.
• Travel within the service area.

Position is located in Rushville, NE and serves Sheridan county. Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driving criteria is required.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

• Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
• Retirement plans with university match
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree must be completed by start date.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, keep accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Driver’s license and ability to meet University driving criteria is required.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:

• Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, agriculture, human sciences, or closely related field.
• Experience working with youth through other organizations as an employee or volunteer.
• Previous 4-H or teaching experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and data management software.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to speak language(s) other than English, Spanish preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $38,000/yr

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Danna Walker
[e-mail]
308-633-3101

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Evenings and weekends may be required on occasion.

Work Location (City, State)

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please provide a specific example of successfully working with diverse populations. (Open Ended Question)
• * Describe your experiences working with youth, especially in an educational setting. (Open Ended Question)
• * Describe your time management skills when working on multiple projects. (Open Ended Question)